The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 157

Olivia

Friday afternoon found us speeding along the Pacific Coast Highway, windows down and music playing. Alexander looked relaxed behind the wheel, one hand resting casually on the steering wheel, the other occasionally reaching over to squeeze my knee.

“So, are you going to tell me more about this Malibu house?” I asked, watching the ocean glitter alongside the highway.

“And ruin the surprise? Not a chance.” He grinned, sunglasses hiding his eyes. “Just trust me.”

“The last time you said ‘trust me,‘ I ended up zip–lining across a canyon in the island.”

“And wasn’t it exhilarating?”

“Terrifying is the word I’d use.”

Alexander’s phone buzzed with an incoming call. He glanced at the display before silencing it. “Work can wait until Monday.”

“Look at you, ignoring calls. Who are you and what have you done with my workaholic husband?”

“I’m evolving,” he said with mock seriousness. “Becoming a more balanced individual.”

“Uh–huh.” I wasn’t convinced. “Let’s see how long that lasts.”

“At least until Monday morning,” he promised. “This weekend is just for us.”

The Malibu house, as Alexander had modestly called it, turned out to be a stunning oceanfront villa perched on the cliffs above a private beach. Modern architecture blended seamlessly with the natural landscape, floor- to–ceiling windows capturing breathtaking views of the Pacific.

“This is incredible,” I breathed as we stepped into the expansive living room. The space opened onto an infinity pool that seemed to merge with the ocean beyond.

“Glad you approve,” Alexander said, looking pleased with himself. “Wait until you see the master suite.”

an outdoor shower

running my hand along the smooth stone countertop. “It’s a

best for Mrs. Carter,” Alexander replied, wrapping his

I asked, leaning back against his chest.

take a moonlight swim…” His hands slid up to cup my breasts, thumbs brushing over my nipples through my shirt. “And

him. “But

recovered. “Your wish is my command. Beach

below.

did you find this place?” I asked, digging my

client mentioned it was available for the weekend,” Alexander said, watching a

few calls,” I repeated with a laugh. “Just

has its advantages,” he said with a grin that was simultaneously infuriating and

toward the water’s edge, feeling the cool spray against

laughing as I heard him shout behind me. Despite my head start, Alexander caught up quickly, his longer stride eating up the distance between us. Just as I reached the outcropping of rocks, his arms wrapped

through my laughter as he

a ten–second head start,” he countered, setting

waves lapping at our ankles. Alexander’s eyes were bright

suddenly self–conscious under his intense

thinking how beautiful you

respond, he pulled me into a kiss that started gentle but quickly deepened, his hands sliding down to cup my bottom and pull

my lips. “Before I’m tempted to take you right here on the

be scandalous,” I agreed, stepping back

teased, taking my

“Hardly. Just common sense.”

in the infinity pool and lounging on the

a fresh towel as I emerged

admitted, wrapping the towel

should be

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